{"id":124654,"date":"2026-02-26T10:12:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluestudio.estadao.com.br\/agencia-de-comunicacao\/releases\/releases-geral\/faces-and-figures-from-antiquity-gods-warriors-and-emperors-headline-timelines-3-march-antiquities-ancient-art-auction\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T10:12:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:12:00","slug":"faces-and-figures-from-antiquity-gods-warriors-and-emperors-headline-timelines-3-march-antiquities-ancient-art-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluestudio.estadao.com.br\/agencia-de-comunicacao\/releases\/releases-geral\/faces-and-figures-from-antiquity-gods-warriors-and-emperors-headline-timelines-3-march-antiquities-ancient-art-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Faces and Figures from Antiquity – Gods, Warriors and Emperors – Headline TimeLines 3 March Antiquities & Ancient Art Auction"},"content":{"rendered":"

HARWICH, United Kingdom, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TimeLine Auctions<\/strong>, the British saleroom renowned for expertise in museum-level antiquities<\/strong>, will present a major Antiquities & Ancient Art Auction on 3 March 2026 (Day One)<\/strong>. Day One is accompanied by a printed catalogue<\/strong>, featuring a tightly curated selection of Roman Marble Sculpture<\/strong>, Greek Pottery<\/strong>, Fine Ancient Bronzes<\/strong>, Ancient Jewellery<\/strong> and Roman Gemstones<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Among the leading highlights are Roman Marbles<\/strong>, including a Life-Size Roman Marble Head of Hermes <\/strong>1st<\/sup>-2nd<\/sup> century A.D.) and a Roman Helmeted, Cuirassed Bust of Mars<\/strong>, carved in the late Roman period with martial authority and classical refinement. Monumental Roman taste is further reflected in a Life-Size Marble Torso of a Ram<\/strong>, possibly for display in a grand villa or bath complex, its naturalistic modelling capturing strength and movement.<\/p>\n

Greek artistry is represented by a rare Attic Black-Figure Alabastron<\/strong> (circa 500-480 B.C.<\/strong>), decorated with a vivid battle scene between a Greek warrior and a Scythian archer – a narrative associated with the age of the Persian Wars.<\/p>\n

Day One also features exceptional bronzes. A substantial Roman Bronze Robed Torso<\/strong> displays elegant drapery and rich ancient patination, and an Egyptian Bronze of Horus Standing upon an Antelope <\/strong>embodies divine symbolism and sacred animal iconography from the Late Period-Ptolemaic era (664-30 B.C.). A focal point in the gem section is a finely carved Roman Agate Cameo Portrait of the Emperor Augustus<\/strong>, underscoring the miniature arts and imperial imagery prized by the ancient elite.<\/p>\n

Following the Day One sale, the auction continues online-only from 4-7 March<\/strong>, presenting a wide-ranging selection of affordable ancient art and antiquities<\/strong> across multiple collecting categories. The March programme concludes with a dedicated Ancient Coins sale on 10-11 March<\/strong>, alongside weights, tokens, medals and books<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Auction start time:<\/strong> 8:00am US Eastern \/ 1:00pm GMT<\/strong>.
Bidding:<\/strong> Absentee<\/strong>, by telephone<\/strong> (book 48 hours in advance<\/strong>), or live online<\/strong> via TimeLines bidding platform<\/strong> or LiveAuctioneers <\/strong>(https:\/\/www.liveauctioneers.com\/en-gb\/auctioneer\/1191\/timeline-auctions-ltd\/?srsltid=AfmBOopZQ5Tl1ApJ6byF7kAx5wVo0Cv7QtXiEHaPkz1RsakvysIgeYRK<\/a>), Invaluable (https:\/\/www.invaluable.com\/auction-house\/timeline-auctions-9mq71klbbn?srsltid=AfmBOopDgX2EPIInKWVdn-dlfQkRdeL_58E_xxXqx32vb0_7w8cXY4oV<\/a>), The Saleroom (https:\/\/www.the-saleroom.com\/en-gb\/auction-catalogues\/timeline-auctions-limited<\/a>)
Payments:<\/strong> GBP accepted<\/strong>. Worldwide shipping available<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Questions:<\/strong> +44 (0) 1277 815121<\/strong> or ah@timelineauctions.com<\/strong> (Aaron Hammond).
Online:<\/strong> https:\/\/timelineauctions.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Roman Marble Bust of Mars, the God of War<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n
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Roman Marble Bust of Mars, God of War, a late 4th-century AD idealised marble bust of the Roman war god Mars, shown helmetted and cuirassed, symbolising strength and martial authority. Featuring a Corinthian helmet and finely carved cuirass, this evocative classical sculpture embodies Roman artistic mastery and mythic power.<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n
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Life-Size Roman Bearded Head of the Greek God Hermes<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n
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Roman Life-Size Bearded Head of the Greek God Hermes, A striking life-size Roman marble head of Hermes, the Greek divine messenger, depicted with a bearded, expressive visage. Exemplifying classical naturalism and refined Roman craftsmanship, this evocative sculpture reflects the enduring legacy of ancient myth and artistry.<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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